Rare is the traveler who knows the allure of Pakistan, a deeply fascinating, pacific country with tremendous Silk Road history and sensational natural beauty—particularly in the Hunza Valley. We’ve crafted this one-of-a-kind expedition to reveal its multitudinous charms, exploring Pakistan’s northeastern corner along with the westernmost edge of China. From the desert to the snowy Pamirs, we delve into hidden corners of the old kingdom of Hunza (called “the epitome of mountain grandeur” by Eric Shipton), meet amiable locals, and drink in galactic Karakoram peaks.

Alighting in Kashgar, we’re immersed in the wonderfully tumultuous Sunday bazaar, our first taste of the region’s captivating markets. Continuing along the deservedly world-famous Karakoram Highway, we cross from China into Pakistan, and make our way to Karimabad, described by Sir Claremont Skrine as bearing “villages imbedded in foliage, neat terraced fields overhung by glaciers and icy needle-peaks, orchards perched on dizzy cliff-tops, and romantic castles built on crags.” Onward to Shigar’s cultural monuments, Khaplu’s wooden mosques, and Gilgit’s centuries-old Buddhist manuscripts. Along the way are scenic rambles, intriguing stops, four-wheel-drive explorations, and visits to ancient forts. We take in carpet making, polo, and dancing, and sip tea on a rooftop with sublime views of majestic peaks, including 25,500-foot Rakaposhi and the 19,600-foot rock-spiring Bublimotin (also known as Lady Finger).

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